Industry Week/Annual Dinner
11–16 August 2026 | Fredericksburg, Virginia
Join the Marine Gunner Association in Fredericksburg, Virginia this August for a series of events focused on professional engagement, fellowship, and competition.
Additional details, registration information, and event links are published below.
The Marine Gunner Association Industry Day is part of MGA Industry Week 2026, bringing together Marine Gunners, industry partners, and supporting personnel for professional engagement, demonstrations, and networking.
* This event is by invitation only.
Registration for this event has already closed. All attendees must fill out a Waiver prior to entering the event.
Schedule at a Glance
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Early badge & materials pickup (attendees and exhibitors)
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
(Main Event Day)
- Exhibits, demonstrations, and programming
- Networking and event activities
- Evening off-site social
MGA Industry Day will support both indoor and outdoor exhibitors.
Indoor Exhibits
- First-come, first-served space selection
- Table space and electricity planned
Outdoor / Range Exhibits
- Exhibitors should plan to provide tents unless otherwise noted
- Space for demonstrations and larger displays
Exhibitor Preparation & Setup
The Exhibitor Preparation Day is designed to provide vendors with ample time to arrive, unload equipment, set up exhibits, and coordinate demonstrations prior to Industry Day.
Recognizing that travel schedules, shipping deliveries, and equipment arrivals can vary, exhibitors are welcome to arrive at any time during the setup window. Marine Gunner Association staff will be available throughout the day to assist with check-in, logistics, and exhibitor support.
- Exhibitor check-in and badge pickup
- Equipment delivery and unloading
- Indoor exhibit setup
- Outdoor exhibit setup
- Live-fire demonstration coordination
- UAS demonstration coordination
- Exhibit space assignments
- Electrical service requests
- Site orientation
- General logistics support
- Questions and event coordination
August 12, 2026
- August 12, 2026
- Range & Exhibitor Set Up 0700-1100
- Exhibitor Badge Pick Up 0800-1100
- Lunch & Learn for Invited Vendors – 1030-1130 (classrooms)
- All other vendors lunch and B2B 1100-1200 (outdoor dining tent)
- Event 1200-1600
- Tear Down 1600-1800
- Off-Site Social 1830-closing time
All exhibits, demonstrations, and equipment should be in place and ready for Industry Day activities on Wednesday, 12 August by 11:30 AM.
Need Assistance?
Marine Gunner Association staff will be available throughout the day to support exhibitors. If your travel plans change or your shipment is delayed, please notify the Exhibitor Support Team as soon as practical so we can assist with alternate arrangements.
Post Event Social
6 Bears & A Goat Brewing Company
1140 International Pkwy | Fredericksburg | 1830 – Close
Hotels & Lodging
Hotel options are being coordinated to provide convenient accommodations for attendees and exhibitors, with a range of price points and major hotel brands.
Booking links and hotel block details will be published once available.
[ Hotel Information Coming Soon ]
Stay Informed
Additional event details—including schedules, exhibitor guidance, attendee information, and logistics—will be released in the coming weeks.
Please check back regularly for updates
Marine Gunner Association Annual Dinner
13 August 2026
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Silk Mill | 1707 Princess Anne St B Fredericksburg, VA 22401
The Annual Dinner is a signature event of the Marine Gunner Association, uniting active duty, reserve, and retired Marine Gunners alongside their families, friends, and supporters. Together, we gather to celebrate our community, honor our heritage, and reaffirm our shared commitment to the Corps.
Hotel Accommodations
1707 Princess Anne St B, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 371-5666
1241 Emancipation Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 654-3333
Hard as Hell 2 Gun Match
15 August 2026 | Times TBD
The Hard as Hell 2 Gun Match is back as part of the week’s events. Full details—including the confirmed schedule, participation information, and registration guidance—will be shared here as they are finalized.
Please check back for updates as event details continue to take shape. We look forward to bringing the Marine Gunner community and industry partners together in August 2026.
For any questions, please email us at info@marinegunnerassociation.org